Ingredients for Cookie Monster Macarons

For the Macaron Shells:

• 110 g almond flour (finely ground and sifted)

• 200 g powdered sugar

• 100 g egg whites (room temperature, aged if possible)

• 100 g granulated sugar

• Blue gel food coloring (avoid liquid coloring to protect batter consistency)

For the Buttercream Filling:

• 150 g unsalted butter, softened

• 200 g powdered sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 2 tbsp heavy cream (adjust for texture)

Decorations:

• Candy eyes (store-bought or homemade with royal icing)

• Mini chocolate chip cookies (homemade or store-bought)